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Wednesday, January 1st, 2025

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Good morning, Montgomery. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Downtown Montgomery hosted a New Year's Eve celebration, attended by the community.  WSFA 12

CRIME NEWS

  • Law enforcement emphasizes the dangers of impaired driving to enhance public safety.  WSFA 12
  • Montgomery Police Department released photos seeking public assistance to identify a suspect involved in two recent robberies.  WSFA 12

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Alabama launches the CHOOSE Act, offering up to $7,000 for private school and $2,000 for homeschooling expenses to eligible families, with applications open until April 7.  WSFA 12

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The National Weather Service confirmed 13 tornadoes statewide over the weekend, with significant damage reported in several Alabama counties.  WAKA 8
  • At least 19 tornadoes, all EF0s and EF1s, were confirmed in Alabama following weekend storms, with investigations ongoing.  AL.com

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Alabama cities must now report more local court data to the state, a measure aimed at enhancing public safety and reducing recidivism.  Alabama Daily News
  • Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has decided not to pursue the governorship in 2026 after discussions with his wife.  WSFA 12
  • Alabama introduces new laws, including childcare tax credits and grants, to support working parents and improve workforce participation.  AL.com

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Medal Madness Running Event at Blount Cultural Park, Montgomery, AL

    Participants can choose from various race distances including 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, or Half Marathon, and will receive themed medals upon completion.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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  • 4-Day In-Person PMP Certification Training in Montgomery, AL

    This comprehensive training program offers project management professionals the opportunity to prepare for the PMP certification while engaging in practical learning experiences and expert-led discussions.

    Tue, 1/28/25

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